Art Evans
American actor in film and television
Born
1942
83 years ago
Died
December 21st, 2024
0 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor recognized for performances in film and television throughout the late 20th century. Gained significant attention for the role in the movie 'Die Hard 2' and featured in the film 'The Wrong Guys'. Contributed to multiple television series, including guest roles on 'The Twilight Zone' and 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'.
Appeared in 'Die Hard 2'
Featured in 'The Wrong Guys'
Guest starred in 'The Twilight Zone'
Appeared in 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'
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